Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District
WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER - SEASONAL
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Overview
The Wildland Firefighter – Seasonal position is a permanent PERS position funded by grants and/or an NV Energy contract.
The role is a full‑time service position that requires a full knowledge of fuels reduction, wildland fire suppression techniques and the ability to work independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew.
Schedule & start date BLM Fitness Challenge: February 24‑27, 2026 Interviews: March 17‑20, 2026 Desired start date: April 21, 2026
Fitness Challenge One‑half mile run, push‑ups, pull‑ups and sit‑ups – minimum 100 points required to pass.
The fitness challenge is required for all applicants.
Required certifications and training (must be submitted with your application)
Valid Class C driver’s license.
NWCG S‑130 Basic Wildland Firefighter within 90 days of appointment.
NWCG S‑190 Introduction to Fire Behavior within 90 days of appointment.
FEMA IICS100, IICS200 and IICS700 Incident Command System within six months of appointment.
Responsibilities
Work independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew engaged in broadcast burning, hand piling, pile burning, brush disposal techniques and herbicide application.
Use hand and power tools, chainsaws, firing equipment and portable pumps to construct fire lines, manage fuels and mop up after fires.
Gather data and record information on fuel types, weather conditions and fire behaviors.
Observe fire safety rules while on the fireline and patrol firelines to locate and extinguish embers, flareups and hotspot fires.
Clean, recondition and store fire tools and equipment.
Assist in specialized assignments such as backfire/burnout, helispot construction and hover hook‑up operations.
Participate in crew proficiency checks, drills, safety sessions and fire critiques.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency.
Strong commitment to the safety of self and others in all fire activities.
Basic mathematics, hand and power tools, facilities maintenance.
Ability to learn and apply fuel reduction and firefighting duties, analyze situations quickly, plan and prioritize daily activities, and communicate effectively.
Ability to work in and around aircraft such as helicopters and observe all safety regulations.
Maintain records and prepare reports; understand and follow oral and written directions.
Exercise good judgment and safe work practices and work under stressful situations.
Entry level Applicants will be screened for possession of the required qualifications through written, oral, performance or other evaluation methods.
Additional notes Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District by 2x.
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The role is a full‑time service position that requires a full knowledge of fuels reduction, wildland fire suppression techniques and the ability to work independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew.
Schedule & start date BLM Fitness Challenge: February 24‑27, 2026 Interviews: March 17‑20, 2026 Desired start date: April 21, 2026
Fitness Challenge One‑half mile run, push‑ups, pull‑ups and sit‑ups – minimum 100 points required to pass.
The fitness challenge is required for all applicants.
Required certifications and training (must be submitted with your application)
Valid Class C driver’s license.
NWCG S‑130 Basic Wildland Firefighter within 90 days of appointment.
NWCG S‑190 Introduction to Fire Behavior within 90 days of appointment.
FEMA IICS100, IICS200 and IICS700 Incident Command System within six months of appointment.
Responsibilities
Work independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew engaged in broadcast burning, hand piling, pile burning, brush disposal techniques and herbicide application.
Use hand and power tools, chainsaws, firing equipment and portable pumps to construct fire lines, manage fuels and mop up after fires.
Gather data and record information on fuel types, weather conditions and fire behaviors.
Observe fire safety rules while on the fireline and patrol firelines to locate and extinguish embers, flareups and hotspot fires.
Clean, recondition and store fire tools and equipment.
Assist in specialized assignments such as backfire/burnout, helispot construction and hover hook‑up operations.
Participate in crew proficiency checks, drills, safety sessions and fire critiques.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED equivalency.
Strong commitment to the safety of self and others in all fire activities.
Basic mathematics, hand and power tools, facilities maintenance.
Ability to learn and apply fuel reduction and firefighting duties, analyze situations quickly, plan and prioritize daily activities, and communicate effectively.
Ability to work in and around aircraft such as helicopters and observe all safety regulations.
Maintain records and prepare reports; understand and follow oral and written directions.
Exercise good judgment and safe work practices and work under stressful situations.
Entry level Applicants will be screened for possession of the required qualifications through written, oral, performance or other evaluation methods.
Additional notes Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District by 2x.
Get notified about new firefighter jobs in Reno, NV.
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